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Art in the Pearl


Shopping for a gem
Northwest Park Avenue
between Burnside and Glisan
Portland, OR 97209
United States
+1 503 722 9017
http://www.artinthepearl.com/
artinthepearl@yahoo.com
Every Labor Day weekend, this craft fair celebrates art Portland style. Held in the Pearl District, more than 100 art booths fill the North Park Blocks. From paintings to pottery, festival-goers find a unique collection of local artists plying their wares. The art of food and theater is also celebrated; enjoy a broad selection of ethnic dishes and performances by the Portland Area Theater Alliance. You will also find hands-on art exhibitions that allow you to explore your own creativity. Admission is free.

Review © 2007, Wcities
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Art in the Pearl photo by Jeff Muceus
Photo: Jeff Muceus
Art in the Pearl photo by PDX Pixels
Photo: PDX Pixels
Art in the Pearl photo by ©Randy L. Rasmussen
Photo: ©Randy L. Rasmussen
Art in the Pearl photo by Jay Perry
Photo: Jay Perry
 

 
Baxter's Markets Historic Races


Vintage car racing
1940 North Victory Boulevard
Portland International Raceway, exit 306-B of 1-5 Freeway (Venue)
Portland, OR 97217
United States
+1 503 823 7223 (Venue)
http://www.portlandhistorics.com
hmsa@hmsausa.com
The Portland International Raceway hosts this exciting July event, where spectators can witness hundreds of historic cars vying for the win. The 1.95-mile track will feature unique, sometimes valuable, vintage automobiles. Be sure to catch the historic stock car race and witness hundreds of breathtaking collector cars. A variety of racing collectibles, artwork and more are also featured. Admission to the wine and food pavilion is at nominal rates. You will get to enjoy six wine samples, great food and take home a souvenir wineglass.

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Cinco de Mayo


Guadalajara on the waterfront
Various venues
Portland, OR
United States
One of the largest Cinco de Mayo festivals in the United States, this celebration is sponsored by the Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association. Festival goers celebrate Mexico's Independence Day on Portland's waterfront with a marketplace filled with folk art and other offerings, fragrant and spicy ethnic foods, and entertainers, including some big-name Hispanic stars and a Ballet Folklorico filled with music, colors and excitement.

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Cinco de Mayo photo by lily5555
Photo: lily5555
Cinco de Mayo photo by Sarah Dunn
Photo: Sarah Dunn
Cinco de Mayo photo by Jan van Raay
Photo: Jan van Raay
Cinco de Mayo photo by Bobby Apperson
Photo: Bobby Apperson
Cinco de Mayo photo by Andrew Morey
Photo: Andrew Morey
Cinco de Mayo photo by jillmarie
Photo: jillmarie
 

 
Festa Italiana


Taste & Talent
701 Southwest Sixth Avenue
(Pioneer Courthouse Square)
Portland, OR 97204
United States
+1 503 771 0310
http://www.festa-italiana.org/
bobtommaso@mail.com
Pioneer Courthouse Square is the location for many food festivals in downtown, and this tribute to Italian culinary entertainment is a keeper. The city's square is transformed into a ten-restaurant food court, offering fine cuisine. You'll also find accordion players, art events and a bountiful selection of wines. Always the last full weekend of August, the summer stars and city lights create quite a backdrop to this event. Visit the website or call for event schedule.

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Festa Italiana photo by Mallory Freed
Photo: Mallory Freed
Festa Italiana photo by Robbin
Photo: Robbin
Festa Italiana photo by Robbin
Photo: Robbin
 

 
Grotto Festival of Lights


Garden of Lights
NE 85th Avenue
(at Sandy Boulevard)
Portland, OR 97220
United States
+1 503 261 2400
http://www.thegrotto.org/event...
This event thrills crowds with more than 250,000 lights that cover the garden-filled grounds of Portland's historic Grotto. Children will adore the petting zoo and puppet shows. Adults will want to check out some of the 135 indoor concerts or peruse the gift shop for last-minute holiday shopping. In the spirit of the season, biblical renditions are highlighted, and food and drinks are plentiful. Admission: $7 for adults, $3 for children 3-12, children under 2 are free.

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Grotto Festival of Lights photo by Lacey_and_Cielle
Photo: Lacey_and_Cielle
Grotto Festival of Lights photo by L. Roxana Negreanu
Photo: L. Roxana Negreanu
 

 
Howl-o-ween at the Zoo


Animal tricks and treats
4001 Southwest Canyon Road
Portland, OR 97221-2799
United States
+1 503 226 1561
http://www.oregonzoo.org/
These days, it is hard to find a fun and safe place to take your kids trick-or-treating. The Oregon Zoo provides a sensational place for Halloween activities. Enjoy a scavenger hunt that includes educational activity stations doling out the loot. Other interests include a maze, games, food and crafts, as well as a ride on a haunted train. Bring your kids, or at least the kid in you, and you are sure to have some spooky fun. The event is free with zoo admission.

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Indian Art Northwest


Native American arts
Southwest Park Avenue and Southwest Salmon Street
(between Southwest Salmon and Jackson streets)
Portland, OR 97205
United States
+1 503 224 8650
The South Park Blocks are often the site of local community gatherings and the park bustles with Pacific Northwest art enthusiasts every Memorial Day weekend. Performances, films and lectures are intermingled with the American Indian art presentations. Tents house the seasonal gallery and most of the art is for sale. The festival overflows to Pioneer Courthouse Square for the sculpture exhibit. More than 600 artists are represented at the free festival.

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International Pinot Noir Celebration


International Pinot Noir Celebration
900 Southeast Baker Street (Linfield College)
PO Box 1310
McMinnville, OR 97128
United States
+1 503 472 8964 / +1 800 775 4762 (toll free)
www.ipnc.org
info@ipnc.org
Tastings, dinners, entertainment and lectures draw wine experts from across the country to this town just south of Portland. The three-day wine festival is truly international. More than 50 wineries from around the world are represented. Traditionally held the last weekend of July at Linfield College, the event always requires extra planning. Tickets are sold by lottery and run from $100-725 per person (depending on the package you choose). Call for lottery registration before January.

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International Pinot Noir Celebration photo by David Lloyd
Photo: David Lloyd
 

 
Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts


Suburban Sidewalk Art
368 South State Street
Portland, OR 97034
United States
+1 503 636 1060
http://www.lakewood-center.org...
center.info@lakewood-center.org
Set in a beautiful suburban park, this late June event brings craft booths and fine art to the great outdoors. A family-friendly festival, it is held at George Rogers Park, where foot and bicycle paths lead you through wooded forests to breathtaking views of the Willamette River. Visitors can view and purchase paintings, sculptures, crafts and quilts among other works. There is a good showing of works by local and international artists. This is a good event to visit on a weekday and bring a picnic to enjoy on the grass or at a picnic table.

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Peacock Lane Christmas Lights


Lighting the neighborhood
SE Stark St
(1 block east of SE 39th Ave; SE Stark St to Belmont St)
Portland, OR 97214
United States
Since the 1920s, each house in this quaint southeast area has been required to decorate for Christmas. Mostly Tudors, the houses are adorned with not only beautiful sparkling lights, but also nativity scenes, rotating Christmas trees and stunningly lifelike replicas of Santa and Frosty. Be forewarned: this is a very popular Portland tradition and the crowds become quite thick. It is wise to park several blocks away and walk, rather than drive, through the area.

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Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by Christopher Hulett
Photo: Christopher Hulett
Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by mike krzeszak
Photo: mike krzeszak
Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by Kirsten Anderson
Photo: Kirsten Anderson
Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by Michael Hall
Photo: Michael Hall
Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by Dave Perlas
Photo: Dave Perlas
Peacock Lane Christmas Lights photo by MissEyre
Photo: MissEyre
 

 
Portland Farmers Market


Field fresh
1800 Southwest Broadway
Portland, OR 97205
United States
+1 503 241 0032
http://www.portlandfarmersmark...
joan@portlandfarmersmarket.org
Summer Saturdays are special in the City of Roses. Not only is the Saturday Market in season, but so is all the beautiful produce that is traded at this farmers market. Spread out in the South Park Blocks near Portland State University, the market features fresh plants, flowers, herbs, breads, cheeses and organic meats. From May through October, the country harvest is brought into the city. Visitors should check out the Oregon History Center while in the area. If you are feeling adventurous, there are many other locations- one for every day of the week.

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Portland Farmers Market photo by Andrew Houser
Photo: Andrew Houser
Portland Farmers Market photo by Josh Pope
Photo: Josh Pope
Portland Farmers Market photo by Katherine Humphrey
Photo: Katherine Humphrey
Portland Farmers Market photo by David Haggard
Photo: David Haggard
Portland Farmers Market photo by Sara M. Sellards
Photo: Sara M. Sellards
Portland Farmers Market photo by Amy Goodman
Photo: Amy Goodman
Portland Farmers Market photo by Darryl Yip
Photo: Darryl Yip
Portland Farmers Market photo by Jennifer LaSuprema
Photo: Jennifer LaSuprema
Portland Farmers Market photo by Michael Pittman
Photo: Michael Pittman
Portland Farmers Market photo by Thayerg
Photo: Thayerg
Portland Farmers Market photo by Andi
Photo: Andi
Portland Farmers Market photo by Andi
Photo: Andi
Portland Farmers Market photo by Scott Stevens
Photo: Scott Stevens
Portland Farmers Market photo by penelope lane
Photo: penelope lane
Portland Farmers Market photo by creechdawg
Photo: creechdawg
Portland Farmers Market photo by Katherine Humphrey
Photo: Katherine Humphrey
Portland Farmers Market photo by chris grebner
Photo: chris grebner
Portland Farmers Market photo by Coady Lapierre
Photo: Coady Lapierre
Portland Farmers Market photo by Rick Wilson
Photo: Rick Wilson
Portland Farmers Market photo by Robin Catesby
Photo: Robin Catesby
Portland Farmers Market photo by Adam
Photo: Adam
Portland Farmers Market photo by Chelsea Peterson
Photo: Chelsea Peterson
Portland Farmers Market photo by Hillary Ann Jensen
Photo: Hillary Ann Jensen
Portland Farmers Market photo by Sara Achilli
Photo: Sara Achilli
Portland Farmers Market photo by Violet
Photo: Violet
Portland Farmers Market photo by Paula and Eric
Photo: Paula and Eric
Portland Farmers Market photo by Luba Borzetsovskaya
Photo: Luba Borzetsovskaya
Portland Farmers Market photo by katrina_taylor
Photo: katrina_taylor
Portland Farmers Market photo by orangeateblue
Photo: orangeateblue
Portland Farmers Market photo by jayhaldors
Photo: jayhaldors
Portland Farmers Market photo by Valerie Shagday
Photo: Valerie Shagday
Portland Farmers Market photo by mary ann stein
Photo: mary ann stein
Portland Farmers Market photo by adiram1976
Photo: adiram1976
Portland Farmers Market photo by Three part harmony
Photo: Three part harmony
Portland Farmers Market photo by Ace McGoo
Photo: Ace McGoo
 

 
Rose Festival Concert at the Park


Extended family
SW 18th & Morrison Street
PGE ParK
Portland, OR 97205
United States
+1 503 227 2681
http://www.rosefestival.org/ev...
info@rosefestival.org
Throughout the year, Portland celebrates its multi-cultural heritage. This Rose Festival concert at the Memorial Coliseum is the granddaddy of all celebrations. A 350-person choir and 500 performers interpret Portland's personality through costume, song and dance. From Scandinavia to the Philippines, China to Spain, a rainbow of nations is represented. Be sure to arrive early to tour the Showcase of Floats. Admission: USD10-15.

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Rose Festival Fleet


Rose Festival Concert at the Park
SW 18th & Morrison Street
(PGE Park)
Portland, OR 97205
United States
+1 503 227 2681
http://www.rosefestival.org/ev...
info@rosefestival.org
Every year, just before the city streets shut down for the Rose Parade, the bridges raise for a parade of ships that floats up the Willamette River to join in the festivities held at Waterfront Park. Frigates, patrol boats, destroyers, and cutters, double and triple dock up to the sea wall and allow civilians to board for free tours. The United States Navy, Coast Guard, Army and the Royal Canadian Navy are represented in the fleet of more than a dozen ships. Watch the fleet along Tom McCall Waterfront Park's esplanade seawall from the Steel Bridge to Waterfront Village.

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Rose Festival Fleet photo by Jeff Gothelf
Photo: Jeff Gothelf
 

 
Rose Festival Rose Show


Largest and Oldest
2201 Lloyd Center
(Lloyd Center Ice Chalet)
Portland, OR 97232
United States
+1 503 777 4311 / +1 503 227 2681
http://www.rosefestival.org/ev...
info@rosefestival.org
There's no better time or place to admire these fair flowers, other than the International Rose Test Garden. For more than a century the Portland Rose Society has been gathering annually to show off the best of the thorny specimens. Literally thousands of blossoms are judged, and silver trophies are awarded to the showiest of roses. More than 15,000 people visit the exhibition that is held at Lloyd Center Ice Chalet.

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Rose Festival Rose Show photo by inajeep
Photo: inajeep
Rose Festival Rose Show photo by Sharon & Alan Cuarte
Photo: Sharon & Alan Cuarte
Rose Festival Rose Show photo by Sharon & Alan Cuarte
Photo: Sharon & Alan Cuarte
 

 
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats


Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade Information
1401 N. Wheeler
Portland, OR 97227
United States
+1 503 227 2681 / +1 888 591 7673
http://www.rosefestival.org/gr...
info@rosefestival.org
Every year, immediately after the Grand Floral Parade, the floats stop so you can smell the roses. Transforming the Rose Quarter Commons into a carnival for two days, this tradition allows you to get up close to your favorite floral floats. The celebration includes feasting and fun with plenty of activities. The International Showcase Concert on Saturday at 4:30pm is the highlight of this party. A donation of $3 is requested.

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Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by orclimber
Photo: orclimber
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by Matt Pierce
Photo: Matt Pierce
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by Jan van Raay
Photo: Jan van Raay
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by E. Gordon Howe
Photo: E. Gordon Howe
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by Christopher Layton
Photo: Christopher Layton
Rose Festival Showcase of Floats photo by Laurie Wayne
Photo: Laurie Wayne
 

 
St. Patrick's Day Street Fair


Streets turn green
112 Southwest Second Avenue
Portland, OR 97204
United States
+1 503 227 4057
http://www.kellsirish.com/port...
This party spans several days, with Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub at the epicenter. There are tented areas, Celtic music, dance and art galore, and virtually every surrounding business declares itself Irish for these few days in March. Use a cab for this one because it is easiest to just walk around the fair and, unless you are a teetotaler, you will find the Irish coffees and whiskeys hard to resist. Remember, it benefits Providence Child Center.

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St. Patrick's Day Street Fair photo by Shelley McIntyre
Photo: Shelley McIntyre
St. Patrick's Day Street Fair photo by aldamiz
Photo: aldamiz
 

 
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